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GBP Margin Changes for UK Election

The FXOpen Team

Due to the Parliamentary General Election in the UK to be held on 8th June 2017, FXOpen may change margin requirements for GBP pairs between the 7th and 9th of June 2017. Margin for GBP pairs may be increased up to 5 times its normal value.Please consider this information in your trading and ensure you have sufficent funds on your account to mantain your positions.  Kind regards,  The FXOpen UK Team

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